HB1405

Prescription drug assistance program for the elderly.

Introduced·1/8/26
Intr Text

Establishes a prescription drug assistance program for elderly Indiana residents.

The bill creates a prescription drug assistance program for elderly Indiana residents, administered by the Division of Aging. Eligible participants must be at least 65 years old, not be Medicaid recipients, and pay an annual enrollment fee of $30. Deductibles range from $0 to $850 based on household income. Participants pay copayments of $5 for generic drugs and $15 for brand-name drugs. The program includes fraud prevention measures and establishes a fund for program administration. Effective July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Health Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 8

House

Authored by Representative Carbaugh

Jan 8

House

First reading: referred to Committee on Public Health